Economy blamed as animals suffer abuse rise in recession
Framingham reports a surge in animal cruelty as the economy tanks. Officials say dog and horse starvation climb while prosecutions rise from 19 in 1973 to 30 last year and about 20 cases pending this year. Similar strains noted by groups in Pennsylvania Georgia and Florida.
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Food Day aims to promote nutrition and awareness
Dr. Michael Jacobson frames Food Day as a nutrition focused event centering on the influence of food companies and global hunger. He notes the day, April 17, follows Earth Day’s ecology movement and seeks local activation through existing public interest. The concept originates at the Center for Science in the Public Interest where he serves as co director.
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Public calls to adopt pets grow as shelters report strain
Officials note rising reports of animal misuse but attribute part to greater awareness. People bring animals they can no longer care for to shelters. Organizations urge adopters to take in pets when owners cannot feed them.
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Eloise Danenhower
Pennsylvania Society For the Prevention of Cruelty To Animals
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